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ANTIWRINKLE INJECTIONS
Muscle Relaxing Injections
Dr Ansulette Kay can also place fillers in the forehead or brow if there are signs of volume loss in these areas. See the filler section for more information. Find out more >
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As we age our brows tend to droop over time, partly because of skin laxity and gravity, but also as a result of the action of the Orbicularis Occuli muscle around the eye, pulling the brow downwards. Carefully placed injections can relax the depressors around the eyes which in turn allow the brow elevators to lift the brow higher.
Treatment Area : Brow Lift / Eyebrow Shaping
Treatment for Specialized Areas
Does your top lip lift too high when you smile? By carefully relaxing the muscle responsible for the lift we can achieve a more natural, less gummy smile.
Gummy Smile
Relaxing the mentalis muscle will improve the appearance of the mental crease, and prevent the popply chin look.
Dimply Chin and Mental Crease
Carefully placed muscle relaxant injections on the jawline decrease the depressor effect (pulling down) of the platysma muscle and allows the skin to drape over the jaw bone in a more defined way.
Jaw Line Definition / Nerfertiti
If you grind your teeth the chances are that you will have hypertrophy of the masseter muscle (you can feel this muscle by biting down on your teeth and feeling the corner of your jaw). Large masseters can lead to a more masculine look by creating a square facial shape. Carefully injecting muscle relaxants into the masseter muscles will prevent or decrease teeth grinding and reshape the face to achieve a more flattering oval appearance.
Prominent Masseters / Teeth Grinding
Injections into prominent bands will relax them and soften the appearance of the neck.
Neck Bands
Many people suffer from excessive underarm sweating which can be embarrassing and debilitating. Injections into the armpits will relieve excessive sweating for 6-9 months.
Sweat Reduction Injections / Axillary Hyperhidrosis
Drooping Mouth Corners
The Depressor Anguli Oris muscle in the lower face is a powerful depressor that pulls the corner of the mouth down, and contributes to mouth corners turning down as we age. By relaxing this muscle we can slow this process and achieve a lifting effect.
What is it?
Injectable muscle relaxants work by relaxing the facial muscles that contracts and cause wrinkles such as frown lines,forehead lines and lines around the eyes (crows feet).
How does it work?
Injectable muscle relaxants work by relaxing the facial muscles that contracts and cause wrinkles such as frown lines, forehead lines and lines around the eyes (crows feet).
Dr Ansulette Kay injects a purified protein into the muscles, which blocks the nerve signals that would normally make these muscles contract, resulting in a relaxed, youthful look. Fine lines will gradually smooth and ongoing treatments will help prevent wrinkles from forming again.
How long does it last?
The result is not permanent because the nerve ending re-establishes it's signaling by forming new nerve sprouts. This sprouting takes approximately 3-6 months, at which point the muscle regains its activity and the wrinkles begin to reappear.
What to expect?
Dr Ansulette Kay will use a tiny needle to do the injections, which only take a few minutes, and will cause minimum discomfort. There are generally no recovery period, the risk of bruising and swelling is very low. The treatment will take effect over 3 to 5 days, with full results visible at 2 weeks. Results last at least 3 months if correct dose is used.
Frequently Asked Questions - Muscle Relaxing Injections:
Will the treatment hurt?
Discomfort is minimal and no local anaesthetic
is required.
Can I fly after having the treatment?
Yes, after 12 hours.
Can I exercise after having the treatment?
It is best to avoid moderate exercise for at least
12 hours.
Can I have a facial or massage after the treatment?
It is best to avoid any pressure over the injected areas for at least 24 - 48 hours.
Can I drink alcohol after the treatment?
No, it is not recommended for 12 hours.
How many people have Botox?
Over 3 million Botox treatments take place per year.
How long does the treatment take to work?
There is noticeable wrinkle reduction in 3-5 days
and the final result appears by 2 weeks.
How long will it last for?
You should expect results to last at least 3 months.
Is it safe?
Yes, administered in the correct manner by a skilled professional carries very little risk. Botox has a proven safety record since the 1970s.
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Treatment Area : Forehead Lines
Frown lines are caused by 3 powerful muscles pulling inwards and downwards. For many people frowning becomes a habit ( some people even frown in their sleep!) – causing lines that make them look worried and stressed even when they are not. Treating the frown with muscle relaxing injections can help to break the habit, and relaxing these muscles results in softening of the lines as well as slight elevation of the brow medially – giving a fresh and relaxed look.
Dr Ansulette Kay can also use fillers to lift out deeper lines when muscle relaxing injections alone wont work. See the filler section for more information. Find out more >
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Treatment Area : Frown Lines
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The Orbicularis Occuli muscle around the eye is responsible for the wrinkles around our eyes when we squint or smile. Dr Ansulette Kay can carefully place injections around the eye to relax this muscle, which in turn relaxes the lines, and creates a fresh look.
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Treatment Area : Crows Feet
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Forehead lines can be tricky to treat as the muscle responsible for causing these lines is also responsible for raising the eyebrows. This means that too much relaxation can cause the brow to drop, a complication that can be avoided by experienced injectors. Dr Ansulette Kay assesses patients very carefully to determine their risk, and if suitable for treatment, she will place the injections very carefully in order to relax the lines without compromising the position of the brow. Depending on the starting position of the brow, the result to aim for in some might be more of a ‘softening’ of the lines, rather than a completely ‘smooth’ look.
To achieve the best results without the brow looking or feeling ‘heavy’, Dr Ansulette Kay prefers to also treat the frown muscles, as well as the muscles under the eyebrow responsible for pulling the brow down, as this will allow the eyes to open up for a refreshed yet natural look.
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After - Forehead lines smooth
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Which areas can be treated?
Platysmal Bands
Lip Lines
Marionette Lines, Sad smile
After - Forehead Lines softened
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